2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Toyota 1000

To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 665 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Toyota 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 1968 Toyota 1000
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Spider 1000
Year Released 2008 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 61 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 36 L


 

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